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2022 Dona Paula Cabernet Franc "Aluvia"

Winery: Dona Paula

Vintage: 2022

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Aluvia"

Wine Category: Cabernet Franc

Grape blend: 100% Cabernet Franc

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Uco Valley

State or country: Argentina

Price: $30

Cases produced: unknown

KWG Score: 91.5 (based on 5 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good+ (90.5)

Review date: June 15, 2026

Wine Review: This opaque and midnight purple colored Cabernet Franc from Santa Rita Estates opens with a sandalwood and black currant bouquet with hints of pencil shavings and nutmeg. On the palate, this wine is medium bodied with medium plus acidity. The mouthfeel is balanced, smooth, fresh, and zesty. The flavor profile is a red plum and stony minerality blend with notes of red licorice and nutmeg. I also detected hints of tobacco and bay leaf. The finish is dry, and its flavors and acidity and its fine tannins drift away nicely. This rustic-styled Cab Franc benefits from some aeration. After a good decant, pair it with a grilled flat iron steak. Enjoy - Ken

Winemaker Notes: Fine and elegant, with a well-balanced expression of spices and red fruit. It exhibits excellent typicity, with firm tannins, and a dynamic, contemporary profile. (Gualtallary Argentina)

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